In a recent kidnapping incident, a heavily pregnant Lagos woman traveled over 334 kilometers to deliver a ransom for her husband’s release. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the victim, an oil magnate, was abducted by a six-man armed gang at his dredging site in Ajah, Lagos, and taken to a remote creek in Ondo State. EDITOR’S … Read more
INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu declared the commission’s readiness to organize local government elections, contingent on legal amendments, emphasizing INEC’s successful management of FCT council elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, announced that the commission is fully prepared to organize local government elections. Speaking on Thursday, … Read more
Nigerian billionaire Dr. Adedeji Adeleke promises automatic employment to Adeleke University’s first-class engineering graduates. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian billionaire Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, founder of Adeleke University, has pledged automatic employment for first-class engineering graduates from the institution. He announced this at the university’s 10th undergraduate and 6th postgraduate convocation ceremony. EDITOR’S PICK FG … Read more
A high court in Akure, the capital of Ondo state, has annulled the establishment of 33 additional local council development areas (LCDAs) in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adegboyega Adebusoye, delivered the ruling on Thursday. The Ondo state house of assembly passed the bill for the creation of the 33 additional councils on … Read more
The APC in Ondo State’s Ode-Aye Ward 1 has suspended governorship aspirant Folake Omogoroye. Omogoroye was suspended after filing a lawsuit to annul the party’s primary election results. The Labour Party dismissed its Edo State executive and appointed a 17-man caretaker committee. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ode-Aye Ward … Read more
Peter Obi, Otti, Leads Labour Party In Ondo Governorship Campaign. Campaign aims to win November 16 election, overthrowing the current APC administration. Dr. Ayodele Olorunfemi selected as Labour Party’s candidate after unanimous primary vote on April 27. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party has announced that its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, alongside Abia State … Read more
Agboola Ajayi is the PDP candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo. The candidate is facing allegations of illegally occupying a property in Lagos. The accuser said it is the rightful owner of the disputed property. Eko Hot Blog reports that Segzyadet Integrated Ltd, a company registered in Ondo State, has accused Agboola Ajayi, … Read more
APC vows to secure victory in Edo and Ondo governorship elections. PDP contests fiercely, aiming for success in both states. Competing narratives on electoral conduct and prospects dominate discourse. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has set its sights on a resounding victory in the forthcoming governorship elections in Edo and Ondo … Read more
South-West PDP leaders vow to retake Ondo State in upcoming election. Governor Makinde stresses party unity, backs candidate Agboola Ajayi. PDP aims for strong November showing, posing challenge to ruling party. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-West region convened in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on … Read more
Husband Arrested In Ondo For Stabbing Wife To Death With Scissors During Argument. Abdullahi reportedly used scissors during a minor argument with the deceased. Abdullahi purportedly locked the corpse inside the house until late at night before alerting others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ondo State Police Command has arrested Fatai Abdullahi, a 30-year-old … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Police has apprehended five suspected kidnappers after their victims positively identified one of them. The suspect had abducted a pastor’s wife and two other individuals. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu, Makinde, Fubara, Others Dragged To Court (Details Inside) Nigerians Await Tinubu’s Return Six Days After Forum In Saudi Arabia … Read more
Kidnapped Father and Son Freed in Ondo Victims Regain Freedom After Two-Day Ordeal Joint Effort by Navy and Amotekun Corps Secures Release Eko Hot Blog reports that in a distressing incident, a man identified as Maliki Onose and his son Jethro fell victim to a kidnapping while traveling along the Benin-Owo road in Ose Local … Read more
Agboola Ajayi, the PDP gov candidate for the Ondo State election, asserts his superior credentials. He emphasizes his political experience and readiness to challenge the incumbent’s power. Ajayi outlines plans for infrastructure development and economic growth. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the upcoming election in Ondo State, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, who also serves as the chairman of the Ondo governorship election committee, is set to declare the winner of the Ondo State governorship primary election, originally held on April 20. The announcement is expected to take place shortly, as Governor Ododo and other … Read more
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa clears air on academic certificate forgery allegations. Becomes the first aspirant to be cleared by the APC screening committee for the upcoming gubernatorial election. Dispute arises among party aspirants in Ondo State amidst the governor’s clearance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in response to recent allegations of academic certificate forgery, … Read more
APC delays screening of 16 Ondo governorship aspirants until Friday. Rescheduling due to Eid holiday extension; committee inauguration in Abuja precedes screening. Notable aspirants include Governor Lucky Ayiedatiwa, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, and Olusola Oke. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday announced the postponement of the screening for 16 aspirants vying … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections Vetting Committee has given a clean bill of health to all its governorship aspirants, paving the way for their participation in the upcoming primary. Led by Prof Abdulkarim Kana, the committee conducted a thorough review of the aspirants’ credentials and qualifications. Editor’s Picks … Read more
APC leaders in Ondo State voice concerns over alleged plot to disrupt governorship primary with hired thugs. Allegations of recruiting thugs per local government area to undermine the integrity of the election process. Aiyedatiwa’s campaign group refutes accusations, emphasizing party unity and focus on administrative duties. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Leaders of the All Progressive … Read more
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, dismisses challenge from 15 APC governorship aspirants. Aiyedatiwa submits Expression of Interest and Nomination forms at APC’s national secretariat. Aiyedatiwa expresses confidence in facing competitors in upcoming primary election, highlighting support from various sectors of Ondo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, brushed off concerns about … Read more
Aiyedatiwa Submits Nomination Forms Today. Ondo State governorship election set for November 16, with APC primary on April 20. Aiyedatiwa joined by political stakeholders in Abuja for submission at APC national secretariat. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Ondo State, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, will today (Thursday) submit his Nomination and Expression of Interest forms … Read more